Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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